Carson was such an incredible host - didn't mind letting special guests steal the spotlight and run with it. Johnny was a great listener, and gave the conversation room to breathe. What a unique talent. And Robin Williams- the hero of my life. I wrote Mr. Williams a fan letter when I was in second grade, and got a signed Mork poster in return which I cherished for years.
I never appreciated Carson until I saw him play straight man to three totally different styles of comedy in short order. I usually found his monologues predictable and dull, but he was brilliant at playing to his guests' strengths.
Johnny was so much more than most people know. He sang with the Rat Pack in St Louis where he was hosting a huge fund raising event. You can Google it, it's in black and white with him, Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.
Im not so sure it was Johnny assisting him so much as it was him trying to assert his ego, by saying hes superior and can remember more lines than this supposed juliard professional. When Williams made it public that he was drinking alcohol on stage and that he was really nervous, I Johnny took it as an insult and then accused Robin Williams of being on more serious drugs on set. Thats when Robin turned it into a joke about all the people in hollywood doing cocaine, he was so charismatic is diffused Johnny before doing that improv set thing in front of the audience. This is how people are discretely hostile towards each other. Johnny didn't trust Robin Williams yet, he wasnt' well known at the time like he is now.
Seems manic folks have that ability. Odd thing about Robin was his mania moments were dominate. I can't imagine his lows. Back in the late 70's, during his Mork and Mindy run, he released some stand up LP's, as he began to loath his Mork character. I was a boy but remember there was a darkness of subject of New York and now see it for what it was. RIP RW
There is more talent in that 20 mins than in a years worth of comedy specials nowadays..that guy was just insane..nobody can compete with Williams in terms of improv..nobody
@@sickofthestupid1067 Jay Leno???? Really?? I don't care about Jimmy Fallon, he is ok, but you still had/have Conan who was suppose to take over the show - plus Dave Letterman at the time time and now Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert. *Google why do comedians dislike Jay Leno.* By the way Johnny Carson and Dave Letterman were very good friends.
I had the privilege of getting to know Robin for several years and he was was one of the most incredible, talented and absolutely sincere persons to ever walk this Earth. Yes, he was funny as any comedian ever was... but he was also a guy that would stop anything he was doing to help another person (anybody) at the drop of a hat. That's what makes him so special to me.
@@anjelica024 I design games and Robin was a very hard-core gamer. I met him first at E3 (game convention) and then many times after. One year we were at lunch, I had to give a demo of a new game and just casually asked if he would give the demo. He didn't hesitate and said yes. Any other Hollywood celebrity would require you talk to their agent or lawyer and spend weeks negotiating over it. But Robin was the kind of guy that didn't think that way. 20 minutes later he was onstage giving the demo simply because I asked him to. ruclips.net/video/V5TXEUiR1Xk/видео.html
Philip Seymour Hoffman's death is another one that still gets to me, and he died in 2014. Another life, gone too soon. I loved his projects & always looked forward to finding our what he would choose next. When he died, I just couldn't believe there would be no more. Theae people are human after all, aren't they? And we miss them, perhaps far more than they could understand.
Johnny Carson was, is, and always will be the King of Tonight’s Show. He recognized and allowed talents (like the equally great Robin William here) to shine and captivate the audience while being quick-witted and worldly himself.
I was in saigon, Vietnam about a month after he died. I was in a restaurant and they had tv's around the place and there was what appeared to be a news program on and his picture came up and they were obviously talking about his death. The whole place got quiet and everyone was watching and listening to it. He was/ is loved in Vietnam because of how he helped portray the vietnamese way of life in Good Morning. They all told me they appreciated the accuracy in how the movie portrayed their culture. They really see him as a hero. I was very surprised by this.
@@jake8855 Saigon most certainly exists, and it's one of the constituent parts of Ho Chi Minh City. People in the southern part of Vietnam almost always refer to the entire city as Saigon rather than as Ho Chi Minh City.
@@williamwolf2844 Wow, what a worldly little man you are. Thanks for editing down your original comment that had all the accusations of pedantry and statistics about Vietnam's population. You don't wanna look like a whiny douche, I presume. Hahaha. It's HCM City now, get over it.
Johnny always has a special knack for treating his guests right. It's his name on the show but when a guest comes on Johnny leads the guest and does not take over. The last one to do this was Conan. And both of them had the greatest sidekicks. Ed & Andy knew how to help out when help is needed and do it without making the host look bad.
@@lisa-linb4190 I can't really imagine an example. Dunno, maybe because I wouldn't seek it out deliberately. I just remember a Buster Keaton movie I enjoyed greatly.
Come on, somebody admit that half of what he says is unintelligible gibberish cuz it is unfiltered stream of consciousness delivered too fast without setting up context...!!!
In 1975 I saw Robin at The Great American Music Hall in SF. The place was packed. For 2 solid hours he rocked everyone. The improv never stopped. It was almost like he was coming out before space and time. He had the ability to expand everyone’s consciousness.
I know he had a store of pre determined gags. But each was a start for endless ad lib. I'm sure even he never knew what was about to transpire. Magnificent!
Dont be sad. We're here for a brief experiential stay and take these memories with us. Consciousness endures forever. "You" never die. It's impossible...
Watching Robin Williams 1st appearance on Carson is one of comedy's funniest moments in television history. He was a comic genius and he is badly missed R.I.P.
Robin Williams and Johnny Carson. The funny man and the consummate straight man, two legends making history for twenty minutes straight. I miss both of them. They were truly top of their class. Rest In Peace Robin and Johnny. And thank for the many years of brilliance.
The way he turned around when he was out on the floor to see if Carson wanted him back in the chair, and he got the 'go ahead' from Johnny to continue--that showed how much respect he had for Johnny. Williams was a rare comic genius.
@@sparky010201 Johnny let Robin "take over the show" but there were probably 2 or 3 acts back in the "Green Room" waiting for their turn. When Robin Williams was on a roll, nobody seemed to want to cut him off. His act was just infectious; what a loss...
Robin was fearless. He had an incredible way to control his audience. He was an amazing talent. He had that crowd following his every word. From dead quiet to roaring laughter.
@@kaybear1972 HE was beyond the "take my wife, please" crowd. He was Fast and Furious hilarious, with subjects from teasing cameramen to "bumbling Joe Biden".
@@primovid +1 more. YT put this in my sidebar feed after watching the mini documentary on how that dismal Happy Days script was written, Robin Williams got cast, and the entire script improvised to greatness.
Robin loved Jonathan Winters immensely and understood his comedic brilliance and his mind since they were so much alike. Robin was so gentle and sensitive to those in pain and misunderstood by the world.
I remember almost ten years ago, Robin gave a sweet and endearing tribute to Jonathan Winters at the Emmys in an in-memoriam segment; less than a year later, Billy Crystal gave a sweet and endearing tribute to Robin 😢❤
You don’t often see Johnny riffing off his guests that much. You can see how much he enjoyed and respected Robin’s genius improv, fed off his energy. Miss both these guys so much!
Two of the biggest icons there will ever be in television. Johnny launched so many careers. He didn't have his people go out to look for new talent, he actually went out himself and invited comedians to be on his show. I've never heard of anyone else ever doing that. You ask any comedian of the 70s or 80s where their career really took off and the will say it was after a Tonight Show appearance.There will never been another Johnny Carson.
When Johnny did his farewell shows that last week in 1992, he had on Robin and Bette Midler as his last guests. With Bette Midler singing Sinatra's "One More For My Baby" to Johnny, and Robin being Robin, it was absolutely one of TV's greatest moments, a legendary show- and Johnny at his best.
Every night was Johnny night for me. Cool, class, comedian, who put the news of the day in right order so we could sleep with a smile. Those were the "Here's Johnny" days.
Absolutely one of a kind. So much frenetic energy and so much depth. Robin absolutely had an audience in the palm of his hand paying rapt attention because nobody ever knew where his brilliant mind was gonna go. What a pure, uncompromising talent he was and never stopped entertaining until he took his last breath far too young. Thank you Robin, you are loved.
Robin Williams was probably the most spontaneous comedian that ever lived. His comedic energy was beyond anyone can handle, so the only way to handle his energy is to laugh it off, I mean, laugh it out loud. I'm still in disbelief really.
True. Funny, though, how he was talking about Johnathan Winters in this appearance; It made me realize that Winters was probably the closest thing to Robin, improv comedy wise. They are the only 2 comedians I know of who could go off like they did, non-stop, jumping from one bit to another.
I miss Robin so much. People say you can't really miss someone you didn't even know personally. But the truth is that none of the deceased relatives left such a feeling of emptiness in the heart. Yes, time passes, but I remember Robin just as often. His voice sounds in my head and sometimes helps to overcome the darkest moments. He still saves🤍
It was always so astonishing to watch Robin Williams "go off" and let his comedic & improvisational instincts take over. Even though he was scared to death he was fearless in his delivery. He was a one-of-a-kind gem. 💎
Those trying to point fingers at drugs are too stupid and blind to see true God given talent. Rare and His gift was born inside of his deepest most being and to attribute this gift to something as mindless and destructive as cocaine is a profound insult to Robin, his talent and everyone who loves him because he is from every part of himself a brilliant unique and most uplifting, selfless gift to mankind.
Demonstrates so clearly how cocaine in those person's has only contributed to their stupidity and lack of a brain that requires some artificial stimulation to be able to appear to function as a semi human being. And sadly that's the best they can do. Keep your assinine remarks to yourself where they belong
@@viwilton117 Your reply is pretty funny. I don't think anybody said the cocaine was a bad thing or that's the only reason he was funny, but there's no denying that he was using a lot in those days and that affected how he acted.
Johnny Carson was a true comedian. I stayed up with my Dad and watched him from age 13 ~ and now, at 67 ~ I love his reruns. He was a troubled alcoholic but an amazing entertainer!
Two giants of comedy, each unique, like no other. I'd forgotten what a colossal talent Robin Williams was and is. And Johnny Carson always instinctively knew how to let his guests shine. Both are sorely missed.
Robin never died. And he never will. As far as we keep him in our hearts and pass the beauty of his silly, yet very nice and never offensive humor (never offensive except to him, of course...)... a great man, with a great heart and soul. Humble, polite, a true gentleman. Even in his bad times, his priority was to make people laugh. Especially children. Respect. We lost a great and wonderful person, but we gained wonderful times and will keep the amazing memories... Robin made us laugh every Christmas as we made a family tradition of a movie marathon including the best stars we love - Robin Williams, Bill Murray, John Candy, many more... these guys can never ever be replaced. Imitated, yes. But never replaced.
Johnny's best guest. You can see the progression of their friendship. He let him do what he wanted because he absolutely knew what Robin was capable of, of making audience to forget all the routine and hardships. The genius! Rest in Peace both.
So sad to watch this March 2024, a comment above how much I appreciate Robin Williams life affect in humor. I know in the Bible, it says laughter makes the heart alive. How to explain it in my life it heals the heart. Our inner heart is always getting damage with the stress of life. It’s saddens me to watch this, even though I’m laughing and wanting to cry for a person that express joy to the people who committed themselves to watch him and experience his joy which became our joy. I thank God with all my heart. Thank you Jesus I give you all the glory. Hallelujah.❣️
@@davecadena5537 I agree. Some things in life are created to be timeless. If newer comics would like to aspire to greatness, they would be well served to study all of the greats. Although Rich Little isn't listed here, he may as well be, since he learned by watching other idols, he learned to mimic them, hitting the highlights. That is to in music and in every field. There are comedians like Carlin who were vulgar much of the time, yet he believed you should take your audience to the edge, cross that forbidden line, and have them feel greatful that they did. If he pissed people off, it's because they were taking what he said seriously. He also said something to the effect that for a joke or a comedy routine to be funny, there has to be one exaggeration. He and others like him were crude at times, but their job is to help you forget your troubles for a while. Don't get me wrong: I enjoy clean comedy too. In fact, in the earliest days of any type of comedy, especially on TV, there was no place for filth, like the Three Stooges, Laurel and Hardy, and sitcoms from the 1950s onward, and it was, and is, still great. So to each their own. Personally, I love both types. And although I was born in 1970, I watched vaudeville TV shows and movies on American Movie Classics and other channels, but my mom thought Carlin was too crude, so I couldesycj him until I got older and discovered RUclips. I'll bet he and others are on other social media platforms but if you enjoy a wide variety of classes (not just the ones that I have mentioned), it is a good place to find out about other things too.
Johnny truly loved this guy. Everybody loved Robin but you can see a long relationship between these two geniuses starting to emerge. Rest in peace both 👏👏👏
Billy Crystal's Tribute to Robin Willams in 2014 told us what Robin was like even when he wasn't on stage. Robin cared about people even if he didn't know them. He Loved his family as well as he did everyone else. We will never see anyone like Robin again. Rest in Peace Robin, our planet misses you.
Yeah , gut did have real friends , can you imagine being at luch with Robin Williams and four or five other people . do you really think that the other 4 or 5 could get a word in edge wise . As witty , bright and great actor that he was he was not a balanced individual . He makes me tired watching him go on and on like no body else is in the room .. sorry fans !!
@barryking6148 Christopher Reeve (Juilliard classmate) and Robin Williams were lifelong friends. He was a caring loving source of emotional comfort and uplifting humor that helped Christopher find will to fight & live in the immediate aftermath of the horrific horse accident.
Even before Robin was diagnosed with Parkinson's he knew something was wrong. He was experiencing depression, anxiety, paranoia, relationships with people and finacial problems. I dated a girl whose stepfather had Parkinson's. To see a man who had more energy than a teen was heart breaking. He was in a wheelchair because he couldn't walk. You had to take him to the bathroom because he didn't know if he had to go. Now he could barely talk, but he once told me he wanted to end his life himself. I told him he couldn't because his wife was here, and his three adult sons were on their way. He took his last breath the day after his sons came. He was the kind of guy who cared more about his family then he did himself. Robin cared more about his family more than he did himself, and he knew he had to go. RIP Robin
He was so funny. A talent unlike any other. I can’t help but see his need to make others laugh because he’s afraid to be vulnerable with others. It’s like he never felt love unless others were laughing. It’s quite sad. I’m sorry “we” failed you, Robin. You are worthy & deserved so much love & happiness.
I love how Johnny just unleashes his guests and lets them have the segment. He'll just be there to be someone they could bounce off or to move the segment along. This segment definitely went off the rails, but he just let Robin Williams do his thing and it made this really timeless. Here we are years after and we are still enjoying this bit.
Actor and entertainers come and go and die everyday. But when we lost him i auctually sat down and cried. In that moment I realized just how much of a part of my childhood and life this man was. He was truly the greatest loss to the entertainment world that I have ever know. Some people leave a mark on the world and others fade into memory. But Robin Williams will be making people laugh as long as there are people on this world. My childrens childrens children may not know my name but they will know the joy this man brought to the world. You will forever be loved and missed my friend. You were truly one of a kind.
not talent... he was a full mature carefully crafted artist and comedian. a talent is someone who aspires.... Williams had left talent behind when he was 8 year old.
Robin must have had to take a nap after every performance he did on Carson. High energy from start to finish. Somewhere in heaven Robins killing it with Carson. Two legends sorely missed.
Yip! Just imagine the heavenly souls dining with Carson, Williams, Pryor, Dangerfield, Rickles, Hope, Gittfried altogether. Laugh fest at its finest!!! ❤
Impossible to express how much I miss watching this, and other programs, in the 70's with my Grandparents. I can visualize moments of that so vividly still.
When Robin died I realized that some of the funniest people out there are some of the saddest, and struggle horribly with depression. I feel his pain. Some of us can cover it up with humor and some of us can't.
@@rickmorgan1441 I knew when I was 8 years old I wanted to do comedy and I still do it today some 50 years later. Do you know what reindeer do on the weekend for fun ? They go out snd blow a few bucks... Merry Christmas
@@treefrog0826 lol . hilarious! your ''calling'' is a healthy one and beneficial to others. some callings are the opposite. I've got this ''calling'' or compulsion to gamble, but i never give into it. thank God. Thanks mate, same to you and all your significant people Merry Christmas!
I have watched hours of Robin Williams, the greatest comedy talent ever. I cannot recall if he ever repeated any lines, they were all on the spur of the moment
There has not been, or will ever be, another such as this comic genius. His kindness for other people was as profound as his immense talent. How grateful are we that he touched the lives of so many people. 🙏❤️
He was absolutely the most talented actor in my lifetime. I’m 68 and his ability to be impromptu and do silly things was wonderful but his performance in Dead Poet’s Society was simply stellar. There’s another movie I can’t remember right now that also impressed me to tears. I have migraine hangover so can’t think right now. Oh, Mrs Doubtfire was so hilarious but also he played the parts where he wasn’t allowed to see his children so poignantly. His heart always came through his comedy. Just never was nor will be another like Robin Williams. RIP dear man.
@@Denots208 The Fisher King is my favourite as well...Robin did an absolutely incredible job in that role and can't imagine anyone else that could have played it but him.
I loved Robin Williams, of all his movies, my favorite of all times was fisher king. Excellent. All you young folks go watch it you won't be disappointed. ✌️❤️🙏🏼
As I'm watching this all I can think of is "I can't believe they are really gone". So thankful we have these videos to enjoy when we are missing these great men! They both were so funny that night!!! 🌼
The Tonight With Johnny Carson: )Was the last of the best nighttime talk shows. Robin Williams was like a robin bird: Johnny would just let him go and take everyone with him: Where eventually everyone would come back down: ) Saying we got our money's worth. Missing all who and that lit up the night; Looking forward to meeting them all in Heaven.
no filter, what pops into his mind pops right out. it’s not always funny but it’s always beyond what we would be thinking, or would even think to do . i miss him
I'm glad you said, "It's not always funny." I thought I was the only one who thought that. I didn't realise how close the line between ad hoc comic genius and madness was until I saw Williams here. Having not seen the 'interview' (if it could be called that) before, I at once felt great jealousy but also, great pity. I was immediately reminded of a description David Cassidy in his book gave of his father right before madness overtook him towards the end of his life and just before a suicide attempt: "And now my father got into the role of being our host. He'd stand up, he'd sit down - the nonstop talker, the entertainer, going, 'And if you think that's fun, wait till you hear this.' I mean, he was really ON. He usually seemed sort of over the top anyway, but this was different. He was way over. There was some little glint in his eyes that seemed to say, not 'I'm having fun tonight' but something more like 'I'm just a little bit twisted'. Like something was frying in him." I have little doubt Williams was assisted by a substance because the amount of energy to drive him like that could not be supplied by a normal psyche. Too much light, not enough shade, ie. him sitting down and talking about his life - the routine is physically wearing to watch. Nowadays, of course, he could not get away with half the stuff he spoke about because of the PC brigade, so every second word would be f*ck instead. At least we were spared that.
@Johnr Roberts he for sure did some drugs but there were times in his life he wasn't yet was still just as hyper active non stop. His brain judt worked at a different speed than 99.99999999999% of people.
This clip is my “in case of bad day, break glass.” Robin was truly one in a million, and Johnny let him fly, where other hosts would have totally been scared to let 1/10 of that happen on their shows.
It’s still jaw dropping watching these two guys hang out, each with their vices, having a blast! What an incredibly fun time! Definitely jealous. I mostly drink alone.
Makes me laugh, and cry at the same time to realize that none of these people are still alive, and even more so because Robin ended in such pain after bringing so much to so many.
He was funny because of the coke abuse, he started slipping mentally and getting depressed many years after he stopped doing coke. Basically, coke was his beginning and ending. Don't do drugs... Years later, your brain catches up to the damage already done. 😐
I literally lost count how many times I keep coming back to watch this. I was 13 in 81’ & grew up with Mork & Mindy. Repeating what many have said. Robin was beyond a comic genius. Greatest comedian/comic actor of my era and all time….
Gawd Robin was and still is a legend. He could take control of a room with his bounty of energy, and not frighten nor annoy a single person. Making others laugh seemed to be his mission, and he was a natural. We love and miss you Robin! ❤️
Thank you. Two of the greats.i loved Jonny Carson. I watched him most nights. He was the very best. Nobody could replace him..Ever! Robin, of course, was histarical.i remember feeling very ripped off when he committed suicide. Thankfully, we've found out since that he had very debilitating medical issues that would have been he'll for his family to deal with. It's so tragic and such a huge loss. I get so pissed off when it's drug related. When there is help out there. I love this video..Xx
41 years ago❗❗❗he was such a comedic force of Nature,...much like Jonathan Winter before him.😄👍 Robin, --- genius in comedy, antics, and yes: drama. missed by millions.💝
It is! You either feel like a tree growing in a concrete box or you carry the burden of selling your soul to be granted an expressive vent, and in the latter case you might end up overcompensating for the misery from that, thereby basically being milked by the holder of your soul. It is a very difficult but important spiritual practice to study when and to what degree our actions are motivated by fear or love. Often a profound question is: Do you want a pleasant life or an interesting life? An agitated mind would be tormented by the former in the form of boredom. A calm mind would perceive the latter as not that relevant at best and as madness at worst.
Carson was such an incredible host - didn't mind letting special guests steal the spotlight and run with it. Johnny was a great listener, and gave the conversation room to breathe. What a unique talent. And Robin Williams- the hero of my life. I wrote Mr. Williams a fan letter when I was in second grade, and got a signed Mork poster in return which I cherished for years.
I never appreciated Carson until I saw him play straight man to three totally different styles of comedy in short order. I usually found his monologues predictable and dull, but he was brilliant at playing to his guests' strengths.
aaw that is so cute. :)
@@ccilie7956 sooo cuyoooottt
Hope you still have it, I'd have that framed on the wall!
thats cool really cool seriously
This guy was so talented. What a loss. Even today he can still make people cry of laughter. One of the all time greats.
Just sitting at home squeaking with laughter over ehre
I think it is funnier today because we are so starved for good comedy.
Robin was & is extraordinary person
Fun fact: Robin and Christopher Reeves where room mates at art school in NYC.
His invention of golf bit is my go to for him
When they recite Shakespeare, Johnny assisting Robin was really a beautiful moment. Love them so much and miss them. God bless them.
Johnny was so much more than most people know. He sang with the Rat Pack in St Louis where he was hosting a huge fund raising event. You can Google it, it's in black and white with him, Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.
A little bittersweet since Hamlet is considering whether it's braver to live with suffering or end it.
Im not so sure it was Johnny assisting him so much as it was him trying to assert his ego, by saying hes superior and can remember more lines than this supposed juliard professional.
When Williams made it public that he was drinking alcohol on stage and that he was really nervous, I Johnny took it as an insult and then accused Robin Williams of being on more serious drugs on set. Thats when Robin turned it into a joke about all the people in hollywood doing cocaine, he was so charismatic is diffused Johnny before doing that improv set thing in front of the audience.
This is how people are discretely hostile towards each other. Johnny didn't trust Robin Williams yet, he wasnt' well known at the time like he is now.
His mind was so fast, the jokes came out so quickly, the laughter non stop. Sheer comedy brilliance that will never be seen again in my lifetime.
Credit all the cocane that he consumed, he burned out fast. What a monster he was.
We live in a world of censored comedy.
@@taylorshelton8962 That should be the worst thing!
Seems manic folks have that ability. Odd thing about Robin was his mania moments were dominate. I can't imagine his lows. Back in the late 70's, during his Mork and Mindy run, he released some stand up LP's, as he began to loath his Mork character. I was a boy but remember there was a darkness of subject of New York and now see it for what it was. RIP RW
@@brad3706 Do you think he was wired wrong at birth? Sort of like Matty man?
There is more talent in that 20 mins than in a years worth of comedy specials nowadays..that guy was just insane..nobody can compete with Williams in terms of improv..nobody
Jim Carrey and Jonathon Winters, I'm not saying who was the funniest, but those 2 can certainly "compete" with him
It was the cocaine that made him so special. God bless his drug dealer.
He was incredible in that Jonny Carson appearance. If there was a record to break in comedy moment, this was it.
Jonathan Winters was just as good. Those 2 were insane when they got together. There improv was great.
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A genius. A man in torment. A legend. For someone who found the hearts of millions. Young and old. He will be remembered through time Loved forever
I miss The Johnny Carson show! It was actually funny! Robin Williams was brilliant!❤️
Late night comedy died after Leno .
@@sickofthestupid1067 So true!
I would trade all the present late night dolts for one Johnny Carson
@@sickofthestupid1067 Jay Leno???? Really??
I don't care about Jimmy Fallon, he is ok, but you still had/have Conan who was suppose to take over the show - plus Dave Letterman at the time time and now Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert.
*Google why do comedians dislike Jay Leno.*
By the way Johnny Carson and Dave Letterman were very good friends.
I have a vizio in my bedroom and one of the channel, 516 I think is the Johnny Carson show 24hrs/day. It's awesome.
I had the privilege of getting to know Robin for several years and he was was one of the most incredible, talented and absolutely sincere persons to ever walk this Earth. Yes, he was funny as any comedian ever was... but he was also a guy that would stop anything he was doing to help another person (anybody) at the drop of a hat. That's what makes him so special to me.
Wow, you're so lucky to have gotten to know him.
How did you know him?
@@anjelica024 I design games and Robin was a very hard-core gamer. I met him first at E3 (game convention) and then many times after. One year we were at lunch, I had to give a demo of a new game and just casually asked if he would give the demo. He didn't hesitate and said yes. Any other Hollywood celebrity would require you talk to their agent or lawyer and spend weeks negotiating over it. But Robin was the kind of guy that didn't think that way. 20 minutes later he was onstage giving the demo simply because I asked him to.
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@@anjelica024 This is the dude that started The Sims franchise, assuming he's the real deal. Something of a legend in the games industry.
Compassion, as well as talent ! ☝️😀💓
We’re so lucky to have all these clips to enjoy of Robin.
Hysterical, brilliant, kind, tortured, gone way too soon. What a mind, like no other.
Excellent description. I wish he'd been able to stay longer, but that's just me being selfish....
Not selfish, not selfish at all. We all wish he was still here.
Philip Seymour Hoffman's death is another one that still gets to me, and he died in 2014. Another life, gone too soon. I loved his projects & always looked forward to finding our what he would choose next. When he died, I just couldn't believe there would be no more. Theae people are human after all, aren't they? And we miss them, perhaps far more than they could understand.
@@twistoffate4791 ❤
GENIUS,HIM AND JONATHAN,double genius
Easily one of the funniest people to ever walk on 2 feet. His mind moved as quickly as his mouth, and his heart was huge. A true comedic powerhouse.
Cocaine is a helluva drug!
Cool story bro
His mouth moved as quickly as his mind...
@Insignificant Speck Of Dust
That’s true
Regan from the Exorcist was the funniest person to walk on 4 feet.
Johnny Carson was, is, and always will be the King of Tonight’s Show. He recognized and allowed talents (like the equally great Robin William here) to shine and captivate the audience while being quick-witted and worldly himself.
I was in saigon, Vietnam about a month after he died. I was in a restaurant and they had tv's around the place and there was what appeared to be a news program on and his picture came up and they were obviously talking about his death. The whole place got quiet and everyone was watching and listening to it. He was/ is loved in Vietnam because of how he helped portray the vietnamese way of life in Good Morning. They all told me they appreciated the accuracy in how the movie portrayed their culture. They really see him as a hero. I was very surprised by this.
It's Ho Chi Minh City, not saigon.
The people, including young people in saigon call it Saigon.
@@BojaneBugami It's name is Ho Chi Minh City. America and its puppet state lost. 😉
@@jake8855 Saigon most certainly exists, and it's one of the constituent parts of Ho Chi Minh City. People in the southern part of Vietnam almost always refer to the entire city as Saigon rather than as Ho Chi Minh City.
@@williamwolf2844 Wow, what a worldly little man you are. Thanks for editing down your original comment that had all the accusations of pedantry and statistics about Vietnam's population. You don't wanna look like a whiny douche, I presume. Hahaha. It's HCM City now, get over it.
Dad saw him at a club in 76 pre-fame in Venice Beach. Even the waitresses were laughing. Mark of talent.
Why wouldn't the waitresses be laughing? They can enjoy a free show on the side. Plus it is an interesting challenge to not drop any dishes. 😄
@@Dowlphin as long as the waitresses laugh thats all that matters
@@Dowlphin8 9th oloo🎉p
Who is is "Dad", must be yours?
Probably was @the Townhouse.
Robin Williams got Johnny Carson is his pocket since the very first moment. Brilliant!
The brilliance of Johnny. He saw that Robin was nervous, let him find his comfort zone. And that cemented their friendship
They are now having a good time together in the skies.
Johnny always has a special knack for treating his guests right. It's his name on the show but when a guest comes on Johnny leads the guest and does not take over. The last one to do this was Conan. And both of them had the greatest sidekicks. Ed & Andy knew how to help out when help is needed and do it without making the host look bad.
Jonny found someone whom extended the Wit band to unlimited. He was in awe.
@@robinstevenson1098Johnny laughed louder for Robin than any other comic
He's on coke lol his heart is beating fast
Oh my! This clip is over 40 yrs old, and I laughed like it was yesterday! Such talent gone too soon. Miss you, Robin❤
Me, too.... Spontaneous laughter
Did you expect humor to change that much?
@@Dowlphin Not all humor holds the test of time.
@@lisa-linb4190 I can't really imagine an example.
Dunno, maybe because I wouldn't seek it out deliberately. I just remember a Buster Keaton movie I enjoyed greatly.
Come on, somebody admit that half of what he says is unintelligible gibberish cuz it is unfiltered stream of consciousness delivered too fast without setting up context...!!!
In 1975 I saw Robin at The Great American Music Hall in SF. The place was packed. For 2 solid hours he rocked everyone. The improv never stopped. It was almost like he was coming out before space and time. He had the ability to expand everyone’s consciousness.
I feel like certain instances in art this is possible
I know he had a store of pre determined gags. But each was a start for endless ad lib. I'm sure even he never knew what was about to transpire. Magnificent!
R.I.P to the legendary Robin Williams. He was insanely funny and he’s still missed to this day.
I like Robin especially now he's dead
So is Johnny Carson! He was the ultimate late night talk, show host! And funny in his own right!
A slight change: Robin Williams is still alive, in 2023.
Robin Williams is immortal
Andolutely
This man is simultaneously killing it and having a panic attack
His career in a nutshell.
@@edwardofgreene he is a NUT...........................but talented and demented but like all comedians has his demons
he couldn't turn it off
@@patgalvez4563 insanely funny he could not turn it off genius
Coping
RIP to all 3. Sad that time flies by. What memories.
Dont be sad. We're here for a brief experiential stay and take these memories with us. Consciousness endures forever.
"You" never die. It's impossible...
Most of the audience too 😆💀🪦
Robin's humor is so spontaneous and constant. It just rolls and rolls and rolls along!
One of the greatest ever! RIP
There are comedians that make us laugh but nobody like him there will never be another one like him rest in peace Mr Williams the world misses you
I've never seen anyone else on Johnny's gazillion shows who could make the man laugh (and guffaw) like Robin did. What a treasure. RIP, Mork.
Carson had alot of patience to let Robin riff like that; house lights up, mystique broken. Fantastic. Thanks for sharing
Watching Robin Williams 1st appearance on Carson
is one of comedy's
funniest moments in television history.
He was a comic genius
and he is badly missed
R.I.P.
Worst haiku ever.
Robin Williams and Johnny Carson. The funny man and the consummate straight man, two legends making history for twenty minutes straight. I miss both of them. They were truly top of their class. Rest In Peace Robin and Johnny. And thank for the many years of brilliance.
Yep, the good ol days
@@22cudaman carson knew how to play the guest and enhance the appearance
Johnny played the straight man for Don Rickles, Rodney Dangerfield, Johnathan Winters just to name a couple. Every moment hilarious
I was privileged to watch that.
A true artist killing it while nervous with them hanging on his every word. The king of improv
The way he turned around when he was out on the floor to see if Carson wanted him back in the chair, and he got the 'go ahead' from Johnny to continue--that showed how much respect he had for Johnny. Williams was a rare comic genius.
Johnny couldn't stop laughing. he let him take over the show. Johnny was the best
@@sparky010201 Johnny let Robin "take over the show" but there were probably 2 or 3 acts back in the "Green Room" waiting for their turn. When Robin Williams was on a roll, nobody seemed to want to cut him off. His act was just infectious; what a loss...
You are so right
It showed that behind the silliness there was a professional who knew exactly what he was doing. He was in control of his spontaneity!
@@MrGaryGG48 lol can you imagine being up next?? I'd be like "uhh there's just been a family emergency... gotta go!"
Robin was fearless. He had an incredible way to control his audience. He was an amazing talent. He had that crowd following his every word. From dead quiet to roaring laughter.
There is no one funnier than Robin Williams. He is truly missed.
@@kaybear1972 HE was beyond the "take my wife, please" crowd. He was Fast and Furious hilarious, with subjects from teasing cameramen to "bumbling Joe Biden".
He was also an amazing human being despite his demons.
i'm funnier
Ben Harrison is funnier than
@@lowgum9382 exactly, that's what I've been saying
The fact this was released 1 month ago and already has 1.2 million views shows robin is truly one of the greats
Was, unfortunately.
Facts 💯
Was a great.
Make that 5.3M views!
@@primovid +1 more. YT put this in my sidebar feed after watching the mini documentary on how that dismal Happy Days script was written, Robin Williams got cast, and the entire script improvised to greatness.
Robin loved Jonathan Winters immensely and understood his comedic brilliance and his mind since they were so much alike. Robin was so gentle and sensitive to those in pain and misunderstood by the world.
I remember almost ten years ago, Robin gave a sweet and endearing tribute to Jonathan Winters at the Emmys in an in-memoriam segment; less than a year later, Billy Crystal gave a sweet and endearing tribute to Robin 😢❤
I met him indirectly, just walking by each other, a nice man.
You don’t often see Johnny riffing off his guests that much. You can see how much he enjoyed and respected Robin’s genius improv, fed off his energy. Miss both these guys so much!
Two of the biggest icons there will ever be in television. Johnny launched so many careers. He didn't have his people go out to look for new talent, he actually went out himself and invited comedians to be on his show. I've never heard of anyone else ever doing that. You ask any comedian of the 70s or 80s where their career really took off and the will say it was after a Tonight Show appearance.There will never been another Johnny Carson.
When Johnny did his farewell shows that last week in 1992, he had on Robin and Bette Midler as his last guests. With Bette Midler singing Sinatra's "One More For My Baby" to Johnny, and Robin being Robin, it was absolutely one of TV's greatest moments, a legendary show- and Johnny at his best.
Every night was Johnny night for me. Cool, class, comedian, who put the news of the day in right order so we could sleep with a smile. Those were the "Here's Johnny" days.
@@irisk5183 Absolutely Iris, well said
Absolutely one of a kind. So much frenetic energy and so much depth. Robin absolutely had an audience in the palm of his hand paying rapt attention because nobody ever knew where his brilliant mind was gonna go. What a pure, uncompromising talent he was and never stopped entertaining until he took his last breath far too young. Thank you Robin, you are loved.
Robin Williams was probably the most spontaneous comedian that ever lived. His comedic energy was beyond anyone can handle, so the only way to handle his energy is to laugh it off, I mean, laugh it out loud. I'm still in disbelief really.
I think only Jim Carrey could come close to being as spontaneous as Robin
Agree....Grouchy Marx was ahead of his time too.....
True. Funny, though, how he was talking about Johnathan Winters in this appearance; It made me realize that Winters was probably the closest thing to Robin, improv comedy wise. They are the only 2 comedians I know of who could go off like they did, non-stop, jumping from one bit to another.
I'd add Steve Martin to that.
He copied JonThan Winters. There was nothing original about Robin.
I miss Robin so much. People say you can't really miss someone you didn't even know personally. But the truth is that none of the deceased relatives left such a feeling of emptiness in the heart.
Yes, time passes, but I remember Robin just as often. His voice sounds in my head and sometimes helps to overcome the darkest moments. He still saves🤍
Robin and Johnny both are legends. I hope future generations don’t forget them.
Robin is definitely one of the few comedians who made me laugh so hard my stomach hurt. He was the master.
I feel the same about these two.. and it hurts me even more that Norm is also gone..
Nothing but love hope and security. CHEERS! :)
Be still, Robin is still with us, not only in heart but in all the wonderful film and television he left with us.
It was always so astonishing to watch Robin Williams "go off" and let his comedic & improvisational instincts take over. Even though he was scared to death he was fearless in his delivery. He was a one-of-a-kind gem. 💎
Comedy genius. He was one of those 100mph people in a 45mph world. I have total admiration and respect for both these great men.
Cocaine is a helluva drug.
He always seems coked to the gills
Those trying to point fingers at drugs are too stupid and blind to see true God given talent. Rare and His gift was born inside of his deepest most being and to attribute this gift to something as mindless and destructive as cocaine is a profound insult to Robin, his talent and everyone who loves him because he is from every part of himself a brilliant unique and most uplifting, selfless gift to mankind.
Demonstrates so clearly how cocaine in those person's has only contributed to their stupidity and lack of a brain that requires some artificial stimulation to be able to appear to function as a semi human being. And sadly that's the best they can do. Keep your assinine remarks to yourself where they belong
@@viwilton117 Your reply is pretty funny. I don't think anybody said the cocaine was a bad thing or that's the only reason he was funny, but there's no denying that he was using a lot in those days and that affected how he acted.
20 mins of Robin freestyling to perfection. In a league of his own, forever. I miss those days... Johnny is still the King of late night!
Seeing him so funny, makes me think of the song Smokey Robinson sang..."The Tears Of a Clown"....when there's no one around 😢
Johnny Carson was a true comedian. I stayed up with my Dad and watched him from age 13 ~ and now, at 67 ~ I love his reruns. He was a troubled alcoholic but an amazing entertainer!
Two giants of comedy, each unique, like no other. I'd forgotten what a colossal talent Robin Williams was and is. And Johnny Carson always instinctively knew how to let his guests shine. Both are sorely missed.
The voices that this guy did...he can even imitate a child's voice, that's just beyond amazing.
One of his idols was Jonathan Winters who was known for inventing spontaneous characters on the fly.
True talent gone and he was a great serious actor too….good will hunting destroyed me emotionally because of his portrayal
Robin never died. And he never will. As far as we keep him in our hearts and pass the beauty of his silly, yet very nice and never offensive humor (never offensive except to him, of course...)... a great man, with a great heart and soul. Humble, polite, a true gentleman. Even in his bad times, his priority was to make people laugh. Especially children. Respect. We lost a great and wonderful person, but we gained wonderful times and will keep the amazing memories... Robin made us laugh every Christmas as we made a family tradition of a movie marathon including the best stars we love - Robin Williams, Bill Murray, John Candy, many more... these guys can never ever be replaced. Imitated, yes. But never replaced.
Yesss😂
Johnny's best guest. You can see the progression of their friendship. He let him do what he wanted because he absolutely knew what Robin was capable of, of making audience to forget all the routine and hardships. The genius! Rest in Peace both.
Exactly. Bless Johnny and Ed. Always let him do what he knew best. God bless them. I'm sure they're doing what they do best in the skies. ♥️
Only Robin Williams can hi-jack The Tonight Show starring the great Johnny Carson and get away with it! lol
Only him and Don Rickles😂
Johnny knew talent,Johnny would let his guests just go
@@bogadebkdahl3960lllllllloooooooooooo
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Jim Carrey could have as well.
So sad to watch this March 2024, a comment above how much I appreciate Robin Williams life affect in humor. I know in the Bible, it says laughter makes the heart alive. How to explain it in my life it heals the heart. Our inner heart is always getting damage with the stress of life. It’s saddens me to watch this, even though I’m laughing and wanting to cry for a person that express joy to the people who committed themselves to watch him and experience his joy which became our joy. I thank God with all my heart. Thank you Jesus I give you all the glory. Hallelujah.❣️
The world lost a true artist. Bravo Robin...Bravo
@@davecadena5537 I agree. Some things in life are created to be timeless. If newer comics would like to aspire to greatness, they would be well served to study all of the greats. Although Rich Little isn't listed here, he may as well be, since he learned by watching other idols, he learned to mimic them, hitting the highlights. That is to in music and in every field. There are comedians like Carlin who were vulgar much of the time, yet he believed you should take your audience to the edge, cross that forbidden line, and have them feel greatful that they did. If he pissed people off, it's because they were taking what he said seriously. He also said something to the effect that for a joke or a comedy routine to be funny, there has to be one exaggeration. He and others like him were crude at times, but their job is to help you forget your troubles for a while. Don't get me wrong: I enjoy clean comedy too. In fact, in the earliest days of any type of comedy, especially on TV, there was no place for filth, like the Three Stooges, Laurel and Hardy, and sitcoms from the 1950s onward, and it was, and is, still great. So to each their own. Personally, I love both types. And although I was born in 1970, I watched vaudeville TV shows and movies on American Movie Classics and other channels, but my mom thought Carlin was too crude, so I couldesycj him until I got older and discovered RUclips. I'll bet he and others are on other social media platforms but if you enjoy a wide variety of classes (not just the ones that I have mentioned), it is a good place to find out about other things too.
Johnny truly loved this guy. Everybody loved Robin but you can see a long relationship between these two geniuses starting to emerge. Rest in peace both 👏👏👏
Billy Crystal's Tribute to Robin Willams in 2014 told us what Robin was like even when he wasn't on stage. Robin cared about people even if he didn't know them. He Loved his family as well as he did everyone else. We will never see anyone like Robin again. Rest in Peace Robin, our planet misses you.
Yeah , gut did have real friends , can you imagine being at luch with Robin Williams and four or five other people . do you really think that the other 4 or 5 could get a word in edge wise . As witty , bright and great actor that he was he was not a balanced individual . He makes me tired watching him go on and on like no body else is in the room .. sorry fans !!
@barryking6148 Christopher Reeve (Juilliard classmate) and Robin Williams were lifelong friends. He was a caring loving source of emotional comfort and uplifting humor that helped Christopher find will to fight & live in the immediate aftermath of the horrific horse accident.
👍😇
Even before Robin was diagnosed with Parkinson's he knew something was wrong. He was experiencing depression, anxiety, paranoia, relationships with people and finacial problems. I dated a girl whose stepfather had Parkinson's. To see a man who had more energy than a teen was heart breaking. He was in a wheelchair because he couldn't walk. You had to take him to the bathroom because he didn't know if he had to go. Now he could barely talk, but he once told me he wanted to end his life himself. I told him he couldn't because his wife was here, and his three adult sons were on their way. He took his last breath the day after his sons came. He was the kind of guy who cared more about his family then he did himself. Robin cared more about his family more than he did himself, and he knew he had to go. RIP Robin
There aren't many people that Johnny would just turn lose in the audience....fantastic!
Watching him was like flipping across dozens of tv channels, and each snippet was vivid and complete, even when it was only a couple of seconds long.
Very good analogy.
He was so funny. A talent unlike any other. I can’t help but see his need to make others laugh because he’s afraid to be vulnerable with others. It’s like he never felt love unless others were laughing. It’s quite sad. I’m sorry “we” failed you, Robin. You are worthy & deserved so much love & happiness.
I love how Johnny just unleashes his guests and lets them have the segment. He'll just be there to be someone they could bounce off or to move the segment along. This segment definitely went off the rails, but he just let Robin Williams do his thing and it made this really timeless. Here we are years after and we are still enjoying this bit.
When you get Carson laughing hysterically in less than a minute, you know a legend is in the making.
Actor and entertainers come and go and die everyday. But when we lost him i auctually sat down and cried. In that moment I realized just how much of a part of my childhood and life this man was. He was truly the greatest loss to the entertainment world that I have ever know. Some people leave a mark on the world and others fade into memory. But Robin Williams will be making people laugh as long as there are people on this world. My childrens childrens children may not know my name but they will know the joy this man brought to the world. You will forever be loved and missed my friend. You were truly one of a kind.
Six of us saw him in a New Orleans show. Afterward we all were in pain. Our ribs hurt from laughing so hard. What a talent!
Cool story bro
not talent... he was a full mature carefully crafted artist and comedian. a talent is someone who aspires.... Williams had left talent behind when he was 8 year old.
Robin must have had to take a nap after every performance he did on Carson. High energy from start to finish. Somewhere in heaven Robins killing it with Carson. Two legends sorely missed.
Yip! Just imagine the heavenly souls dining with Carson, Williams, Pryor, Dangerfield, Rickles, Hope, Gittfried altogether. Laugh fest at its finest!!! ❤
A nap after so much cocaine - I don’t think so😂
Impossible to express how much I miss watching this, and other programs, in the 70's with my Grandparents. I can visualize moments of that so vividly still.
This was great television. Great guests, conversation and entertainment. Much better than the late night shows today.
Robin Williams was brilliant! No one could ever equal his comedy Sadly, we lost a treasure
He made Johnny Carson laugh more than any other comedian.
What about Don Rickles?
When Robin died I realized that some of the funniest people out there are some of the saddest, and struggle horribly with depression. I feel his pain.
Some of us can cover it up with humor and some of us can't.
Doing comedy is our built in self-defense mechanism
@@treefrog0826 never quit
@@rickmorgan1441 I knew when I was 8 years old I wanted to do comedy and I still do it today some 50 years later. Do you know what reindeer do on the weekend for fun ? They go out snd blow a few bucks... Merry Christmas
@@treefrog0826 lol . hilarious! your ''calling'' is a healthy one and beneficial to others. some callings are the opposite. I've got this ''calling'' or compulsion to gamble, but i never give into it. thank God. Thanks mate, same to you and all your significant people Merry Christmas!
When Robin Williams died I feel like I lost my best friend I know I never knew him but he's been a big part of my life ever since I was a little boy
THE BEST TALK SHOW GUEST EVER. ABSOLUTE MASTER OF IMPROV. GOD AMONG COMEDIANS. WE'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU, DEAR, ROBIN WILLIAMS.
I have watched hours of Robin Williams, the greatest comedy talent ever. I cannot recall if he ever repeated any lines, they were all on the spur of the moment
I loved them both. They helped me laugh
How is it humanly possible to do what this man did?
This guy was a one in a million talent, RIP Robin 👏👏
I'm so happy my generation was able to experience Robin Williams ❤️🩹
I’m starting to wonder what was in Johnny Carson’s cup?😂😂😂😂
Legend
@@davelockyer3564 TRUE
Indeed! I think about him often in his later years, as real as one can be. I still miss him😔
There has not been, or will ever be, another such as this comic genius. His kindness for other people was as profound as his immense talent. How grateful are we that he touched the lives of so many people. 🙏❤️
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
You can tell Johnny really liked him! So great. Rest in sweet peace Robin Williams. You are missed.
tHIS GUY IS STILL FUNNY IN 2024....TRUE TALENT no agenda!
He was absolutely the most talented actor in my lifetime. I’m 68 and his ability to be impromptu and do silly things was wonderful but his performance in Dead Poet’s Society was simply stellar. There’s another movie I can’t remember right now that also impressed me to tears.
I have migraine hangover so can’t think right now. Oh, Mrs Doubtfire was so hilarious but also he played the parts where he wasn’t allowed to see his children so poignantly. His heart always came through his comedy. Just never was nor will be another like Robin Williams. RIP dear man.
My favorite is The Fisher King
Bicentennial man
@Terry, you might be referring to Awakenings with him and Robert DeNiro. IMO that and Dead Poets Society are his best dramatic roles 💙💙
Awakenings, What Dreams May Come, Good Will Hunting, Good Morning Vietnam, his serious acting was awesome.
@@Denots208 The Fisher King is my favourite as well...Robin did an absolutely incredible job in that role and can't imagine anyone else that could have played it but him.
I loved Robin Williams, of all his movies, my favorite of all times was fisher king. Excellent. All you young folks go watch it you won't be disappointed. ✌️❤️🙏🏼
Laughter is the best medicine. He was always the best comedian and well never be replaced
Whenever I'm feeling down or just simply need a laugh I always watch Robin on Carson. It never gets old. Just an amazing performance.
As I'm watching this all I can think of is "I can't believe they are really gone". So thankful we have these videos to enjoy when we are missing these great men!
They both were so funny that night!!! 🌼
There are so many smiles and laughter , always happy to hear his voice. We were so lucky to have this great comedian and actor.
Good to see Carson genuinely belly laughing and playing along.
I remember that night. Mr and my dad were watching it. He is always unforgettable. Rest in Joy sweetheart 🥺🩵🩵🩵
The Tonight With Johnny Carson: )Was the last of the best nighttime talk shows.
Robin Williams was like a robin bird: Johnny would just let him go and take everyone with him: Where eventually everyone would come back down: ) Saying we got our money's worth.
Missing all who and that lit up the night; Looking forward to meeting them all in Heaven.
no filter, what pops into his mind pops right out. it’s not always funny but it’s always beyond what we would be thinking, or would even think to do . i miss him
I'm glad you said, "It's not always funny." I thought I was the only one who thought that. I didn't realise how close the line between ad hoc comic genius and madness was until I saw Williams here. Having not seen the 'interview' (if it could be called that) before, I at once felt great jealousy but also, great pity. I was immediately reminded of a description David Cassidy in his book gave of his father right before madness overtook him towards the end of his life and just before a suicide attempt:
"And now my father got into the role of being our host. He'd stand up, he'd sit down - the nonstop talker, the entertainer, going, 'And if you think that's fun, wait till you hear this.' I mean, he was really ON. He usually seemed sort of over the top anyway, but this was different. He was way over. There was some little glint in his eyes that seemed to say, not 'I'm having fun tonight' but something more like 'I'm just a little bit twisted'. Like something was frying in him."
I have little doubt Williams was assisted by a substance because the amount of energy to drive him like that could not be supplied by a normal psyche. Too much light, not enough shade, ie. him sitting down and talking about his life - the routine is physically wearing to watch.
Nowadays, of course, he could not get away with half the stuff he spoke about because of the PC brigade, so every second word would be f*ck instead. At least we were spared that.
@Johnr Roberts he for sure did some drugs but there were times in his life he wasn't yet was still just as hyper active non stop. His brain judt worked at a different speed than 99.99999999999% of people.
Two GOATs having a blast. Absolutely amazing.
Such an incredible talent 😭
A friend of mine met him. He said he was kind and down to earth. Such a great talent. Very sad he is gone.
This clip is my “in case of bad day, break glass.” Robin was truly one in a million, and Johnny let him fly, where other hosts would have totally been scared to let 1/10 of that happen on their shows.
It’s still jaw dropping watching these two guys hang out, each with their vices, having a blast! What an incredibly fun time! Definitely jealous. I mostly drink alone.
Makes me laugh, and cry at the same time to realize that none of these people are still alive, and even more so because Robin ended in such pain after bringing so much to so many.
😢😢😢
He was funny because of the coke abuse, he started slipping mentally and getting depressed many years after he stopped doing coke.
Basically, coke was his beginning and ending. Don't do drugs... Years later, your brain catches up to the damage already done. 😐
@@TheAngryIntellect- There's probably a good bit of truth to that, sadly...
💯😥😥😥
@@TheAngryIntellect-he was funny because he was funny. Not because of drugs.
I literally lost count how many times I keep coming back to watch this. I was 13 in 81’ & grew up with Mork & Mindy. Repeating what many have said. Robin was beyond a comic genius. Greatest comedian/comic actor of my era and all time….
A comedy genius and idol who left us way too soon. We miss you so so much Robin 😭❤
Gawd Robin was and still is a legend. He could take control of a room with his bounty of energy, and not frighten nor annoy a single person. Making others laugh seemed to be his mission, and he was a natural.
We love and miss you Robin! ❤️
Thank you. Two of the greats.i loved Jonny Carson. I watched him most nights. He was the very best. Nobody could replace him..Ever! Robin, of course, was histarical.i remember feeling very ripped off when he committed suicide. Thankfully, we've found out since that he had very debilitating medical issues that would have been he'll for his family to deal with. It's so tragic and such a huge loss. I get so pissed off when it's drug related. When there is help out there. I love this video..Xx
41 years ago❗❗❗he was such a comedic force of Nature,...much like Jonathan Winter before him.😄👍
Robin, --- genius in comedy, antics, and yes: drama.
missed by millions.💝
And Johnny? ... missed by ZILLIONS.(!)
He was a Master at making ppl laugh. An absolute Legend and he will live on forever! ❤️
The GREATEST COMEDY EVER. Robbin Williams will live for ever. Brilliant mind.
What a brilliant legend, must have been challenging living with that much energy, intelligence, insight and sensitivity. RIP Robin.
Apparently so challenging that he had to kill himself. Not a sign of intelligence in my book.
It is!
You either feel like a tree growing in a concrete box or you carry the burden of selling your soul to be granted an expressive vent, and in the latter case you might end up overcompensating for the misery from that, thereby basically being milked by the holder of your soul.
It is a very difficult but important spiritual practice to study when and to what degree our actions are motivated by fear or love.
Often a profound question is: Do you want a pleasant life or an interesting life? An agitated mind would be tormented by the former in the form of boredom. A calm mind would perceive the latter as not that relevant at best and as madness at worst.
Being in the presence of Robin Williams is like stepping out into a tornado
Perfect description. Thank God for rewind. My brain doesn’t work as fast as his mouth.
Maybe so. Crazy to miss it and miss the stuff it turned over
the only time you hop on that tornado and try to ride it for 30 seconds. he was always all over the place.
a gentle, intelligent tornado
He was amazing! Bless him, the one and only Robin Williams!
Johnny was truly one of a kind and I loved watching late night TV.
I needed that this morning! Truly a gifted human being who graced us all with laughter and improvisation wit and humor! Thank you Robin❣️💜
I'm left CRYING! LOL Holy moly he was truly one of a kind. RIP Robin.